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Should I Run Even Though I'm Sick?

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Question 6

Do you think, honestly, that you should NOT run?

If yes (as in, "I think I should not run today."), then don't. You are your best judge! Anytime you believe you are too sick to run, you probably are. You may want to decide now if you are too sick to walk. Sometimes taking a walk is a great alternative to running when we need some extra rest.

If no (as in, "I think I should run today."), then move on to question 7 (the last question).

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